Nishi-Nippon Railroad reported its strongest mid-year earnings increase since adopting consolidated accounts in 1977. Operating revenue for April–September rose 6.8 percent year-on-year to 222.3 billion yen, driven by the opening of the One Building, higher condominium sales, and increased international logistics activity. Rail revenue increased with rising passenger numbers, while bus revenue fell after timetable reductions offset a fare increase. Higher labor costs for drivers pushed transport-sector operating profit down about 30 percent. The hotel division posted higher revenue from the new One Fukuoka Hotel and rising room rates, though profit declined due to staffing costs. Net profit reached a record 16.5 billion yen. Source: Nishi-Nippon Railroad
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